Company Description
Our client is a fast growing multi location, multi product and multi technology manufacturing organisation having widespread operations across the country and abroad.
Role Description
We are looking for one of our clients, a seasoned leader to head and scale our Roll Forming Business serving the rapidly growing renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. This position is based at Mundhra, Gujrat, India.
This is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving business growth, operational excellence, and market expansion, while building a high-performance manufacturing ecosystem.
If you have successfully led engineering manufacturing businesses with strong P&L ownership, this opportunity offers a platform to shape the next phase of growth.
Candidate Profile
Experience
- 1825 years of experience in manufacturing, metal forming, engineering products, or industrial equipment sectors.
- Strong exposure to manufacturing leadership, business management, and customer engagement.
Preferred Background
- Experience in roll forming, torque tubes, API pipes, steel structures, solar tracker components, EPC ecosystem will be an advantage.
Key Skills
- Business strategy & P&L management
- Manufacturing & operational excellence
- Supply chain optimization
- Customer relationship management
- Leadership & team building
- Industry 4.0 / digital manufacturing exposure
Key Responsibilities
1.Business Strategy and Growth
- Translate the organizational vision into short- and long-term business strategies for the roll forming division.
- Develop and drive annual business plans, revenue targets, and operational roadmaps.
- Identify new market opportunities, including renewable energy and solar sector projects.
- Support leadership in strategic expansion, partnerships, and market positioning.
2. Manufacturing & Operational Excellence
- Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations across plants and ensure achievement of production, quality, and delivery targets.
- Drive improvements in equipment uptime, productivity, yield, and operational efficiency.
- Plan capacity expansion, commissioning of new equipment, and manufacturing capability enhancement.
3. Supply Chain & Logistics
- Develop an efficient supplier ecosystem and strategic partnerships.
- Implement demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and pull-based supply systems.
- Oversee inbound and outbound logistics to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries.
4. Customer Delivery & Project Execution
- Ensure seamless coordination between sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams for custom profile development.
- Oversee customer project execution, documentation, quality compliance, and delivery schedules.
- Serve as the escalation point for key customer issues.
5. Quality, EHS & Continuous Improvement
- Institutionalize quality management systems, root cause analysis, and corrective action frameworks.
- Ensure compliance with quality standards, traceability systems, and inspection protocols.
- Monitor EHS performance and regulatory compliance across operations.
6. Technology & Digital Transformation
- Drive adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies, MES systems, and data-driven production monitoring.
- Identify opportunities for process automation and digital manufacturing improvements.
7. Leadership & Team Development
- Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team including Plant Heads and functional leaders.
- Drive a performance-driven culture aligned with KPIs and business objectives.
- Lead manpower planning, capability development, and succession planning.
8. Financial Performance
- Own the P&L performance of the division.
- Monitor key cost drivers such as conversion cost, material utilization, inventory levels, and logistics costs.
- Lead CAPEX planning, project budgeting, and investment evaluation.
9. Sales Strategy & Market Expansion
- Define revenue growth strategy across domestic and international markets.
- Develop segment-wise and region-wise sales plans.
- Drive market penetration in renewable energy, infrastructure, and industrial segments.
10. Key Customer & Industry Engagement
- Build strategic relationships with key customers, EPC companies, and industry stakeholders.
- Represent the company at industry forums and technical platforms.
- Strengthen brand visibility through technical marketing and thought leadership initiatives.
